4 Adventure Retreats Near Mumbai You Must Hit This Weekend!

So, the long weekend is around the corner and you’re craving the perfect getaway with your mates- replete with natural surroundings, and a taste of adventure. 
But where to go? Lonavala is too passé, Matheran doesn’t tingle you anymore. In short, you’re looking for fresh fodder. You’re in luck. You have not one, not two, but four new destinations to hit up. Pune wallahs and folks from Gujarat can also sample these lovely adventure retreats for a weekend to remember.

Introducing to you: Sajan Nature Club, Durshet Forest Lodge, Dabhosa Waterfall Resort and finally, Kundalika Rafting Camp. Salivating already, are we?

Sajan Nature Club (Wada)

Near Wada in the serene natural surroundings of the woods is nestled the Sajan Nature Club. Replete with tree-top cottages, sloping tribal huts and self-erected tents – the Sajan Nature Club promises to be a nature’s reward par excellence. Just add to it a plethora of activities such as nature trails, trekking, campfire socializing and you have what promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Durshet Forest Lodge (Khopoli)

In a natural forest owned, maintained and developed by Nature Trails (the parent company for all these resorts) lies the Durshet Forest Lodge. This is one place to visit if you’re a true adventure buff. From forest philandering with Tarzan Swings, Burma Bridge, Wall Climbing, Valley Crossing etc. to the pristine solitude that the forest provides on your return – Durshet is an adventurer’s delight. Visit with family for best results. 

Dabhosa Waterfall Resort (Jawhar)

Ah, this one’s for the water bunnies. 
Love frolicking in the water? Can’t get enough photos and posing by a waterfall every time you see one? Well, how about living right next to one this time? Near the Dabhosa Waterfall Resort stands the Perennial Waterfall. Yes, you can spend an entire day just chilling by the falls. Yes, they organize adventure activities like waterfall rappelling there too. Unique workshops like Tarpa tribal dances and Warli painting demonstrations will also be held. 
And yes, you should be looking at your calendar trying to figure out the best time for you and your loved ones to hit this.

Kundalika Rafting Camp (Kolad)

If you’ve ever been to Rishikesh/Zanskar/Manali, then you may have tried rafting. Chances are, you would have loved it. The Kundalika Rafting Camp offers that, and more. Set right at the end of the white water rafting point at the Kundalika River, the camp provides you with easy access to rafting any time you like it. Along with that, you get to stay in well-appointed tents while having enviable views of the river from the forest camp. Oh, did we mention activities such as DJ nights, jungle cooking, bird watching and nightly forest walks? 
Yeah, basically, there’s much and more for you to do in each one of these destinations, besides their obvious USP’s. So, Mumbaikars, Pune wallahs and Gujarati folks – are you ready to try a chip off the new block this time? Tell us which of these you plan to visit – we’re waiting to hear your stories.